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5.0
(22)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am the mother of two grown boys, two sweet dogs, and the wife of an amazing husband. Helping people and animals, of all persuasions, has always been my passion. I'm extremely professional, organized, and jack-of-all-trades! My services include meticulous house cleaning, home organization, non-medical adult/senior care...
Lori can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, pet waste cleanup, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Lori is wonderful! She was incredible with all of our fur babies and we felt comfortable knowing she was caring for them. She was able to be booked with short notice. Very reliable and trustworthy!"
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the geriatric field since I was 14 years old. I was a recreation therapy aide for several years and have done home care since I have been living in NY (3 years). I got my home health aide license when I lived in NJ. I am very passionate about helping older adults. I am well versed in older music, movies and...
Alyssa can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia....
Maryann D.
5.0
(1)
I provide the friendliest and most caring pet sitting service for your dearest pal. I grew up my entire life surrounded with pets, from mans best friend to the sweetest felines and a cute little hamster. I raised my golden cocker spaniel from when he was only 6 months old to his tender age of 13. My cat tommy was born in my shoe...
Andrea can also help with: Dog training, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Andrea pet sat for my two large dogs. They loved her and so did we! I would definitely recommend her to others!"
Veronica P.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
11 years childcare experience. Working with children six weeks of age to 12 years old. Experience in early learning and nanny services.
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily is absolutely amazing! My daughter loves her and my daughter is so excited when Emily comes. Emily was so good about easing my daughter in and slowly gaining her trust. She reads her books, solves puzzles and does interactive imaginative play. Emily is very...
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Samina A.
Clifton Park, NY
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
25+ Years Experienced Child Care Provider For All Ages
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Samina and I have been providing childcare services for 25+ years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with infants, twins, toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children. I successfully ran my own licensed daycare for 15+ years and am currently providing services in the Clifton Park area. I enjoy...
Samina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samina has watched our daughter since she was 4 months old. She is now turning 2. I was a wreck leaving my baby for the first time but she made it much easier. She is so warm, loving, and soft spoken. My daughter adores her as if she is family and is ecstatic to go...
Ally J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Marilyn E, LPN. I would like to start out by telling you a little bit more about myself, I have been a CNA for 13 years I am now an LPN. I have worked at Pathways Rehab and Nursing for 8 years. I'm very dependable and reliable and will treat your family w the dignity and respect they deserve. I enjoy being one on one. I would...
Marilyn can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"
David W.
5.0
(1)
CNA for 22 years. Experience in geriatrics, dementia care, long term care, physical rehabilitation, pediactric and adult ventilators and traumatic brain injury care. I have a Bachelors in Healthcare Management and also NYS Real Estate Sales person license. Currently, I work full time in providing private in home care for elders...
Shanaleha can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, visiting physician & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shana is experienced, totally dependable, highly intelligent, has a charming personality, is stimulating company, has excellent judgment. We feel fortunate she was on my husband's care team for years, and now on mine as well."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a certified nursing assistant and home health aide since 1997. I have worked in long-term care, assisted living, home care and hospice. I have an associates degree in healthcare administration and a Bachelor's in Gerontology. I am a masters graduate in education specializing in family and community services. I am a...
Heather can also help with: Home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Heather is a wonderful caregiver, knowledgeable, professional, reliable, caring and communicated well! Heather worked exceptionally well individually and as a team caring for our 82 year old wife/mother. Highly recommended and would rehire in an instant, without...
Lynne B.
Brooke M.
Ballston Spa, NY
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for considering me and looking at my profile. My name is Brooke and I am 32 years old. I have worked in a preschool as an assistant teacher, nannied for many wonderful families and have three little boys myself! It's safe to say I have a lot of experience with children.
In September of 2010, I was the head Cross...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had such a wonderful experienced with Brooke. She was a full time nanny for our 3 yr old son, who absolutely adored her! She made sure to communicate her plan for the day and we always felt our son was very safe, she treated him like gold! She has such a warm,...
Alexandra H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lisbeth. I'm an experienced dog walker, pet sitter and all around great pet companion. I have cared for dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, lizards and many more perfect animals. I have 25 years experience. I go above and beyond to make sure you and your pet are fully, completely happy. I can administrate medicine,...
Lisbeth can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a compassionate mother of two little children (5 and 6) so I have a great deal of experience with little kids. I am currently a stay at home mom and I am working on getting my masters as a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst). I know the importance of finding a reliable and caring person to watch over your own, I...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Andrea was absolutely wonderful with my children. She was responsible, reliable and the kids looked forward to spending time with her. I felt comfort knowing that Andrea has children of, and which gave her high expectations as a caregiver. She is so sweet and...
Annie C.
Pamela R.
Schenectady, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The services I provide include: companionship, bathing, dressing, feeding, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, laundry, transportation to doctor office, pick up prescriptions, errand services, and cooking. I have 13+ years experience.
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, home modification & more
5.0
"Pam is a very gentle and caring individual. She is very intuitive to the needs of the elderly. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again."
Scott R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently working in the financial services industry Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in a hybrid schedule. With generous PTO and bank holidays, I am looking to provide childcare to local families in my spare time.
For the past 12 years, I have babysat families with multiple children. My father is the oldest...
Janelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janelle was so wonderful and sweet! This was our first time hiring a babysitter for our 5 month old and couldn’t have chosen better. Our daughter took to her immediately and loved spending time together. Will definitely be hiring her again in the near future. "
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5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...
Aida can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Aida is hard working, and she goes above and beyond to give the best care for your loved one. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, I am a 53-year-old woman I live alone in Ballston Spa. I have nothing/nobody that entangles me with my availability to care for you, or your loved one. I have an Associate Degree in Human Services and I am taking online courses toward my Bachelor's Degree in the same with a focus on Elder/ End of life care. I am CPR...
Annmarie can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
4.0
"Annmarie was an addition to some short term care needed by my parents. Very last minute our plans changed and we found ourselves without a caregiver in the evenings. Thankfully Annmarie made herself available to help cover the hours. She helped around the house and...
Dale K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shadia and I come to you with 6 years of experience in cleaning residential and commercial buildings. For a while I worked side by side with my father who has taught me everything I know about a proper cleaning! He brings over 20 years of experience that he has thoroughly taught me along the way on my own house...
Shadia can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Shadia impressed us with her experience, skill and dedication to housekeeping. She is bright, hard working and has great attention to detail. There was never a task too big or small. She is truly a remarkable person and will impress you as well with any of your...
James B.
Work with Animal Assisted Therapy Animals at work, work a lot to understand the emotional and social needs of dogs.
Madelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant working to keep elderly adults in their own home. I love to help seniors stay active! I am patient and an engaged listener.
Stacie can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, respite care
Amanda M.
Schenectady, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello all! former Police Officer with CPR (AED) training. I am Amanda and born and raised in Schenectady. A sibling of 4 with three brothers. An animal lover with a dog and a cat. I have volunteered and worked for the senior services of Albany for over a year and have also been in the elderly caretaking field for a few years. I...
Amanda can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Makayla B.
Schenectady, NY
$16-21/hr
As a passionate animal lover, I am excited to offer my services as a pet care provider. Although I don't have any professional experience, I have had pets of my own and have always been responsible for their care and well-being. I understand that pets are important members of the family and I am committed to providing them with...
Makayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Amsterdam, NY
Lori K.
5.0
Lori does a great job cleaning at my house. We are so happy to have her!
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Alyssa H.
5.0
My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia. Alyssa also helps with the...
- Maryann D.
Andrea S.
5.0
Andrea pet sat for my two large dogs. They loved her and so did we! I would definitely recommend her to others!
- Veronica P.
Emily S.
5.0
Emily is amazing! She has been helping us with our two children (ages 2 and 7) for almost seven months now. Our children love her and look forward to seeing her. She is always on time and is great a communicating and is very flexible if needed. We highly recommend her to anyone needing childcare!
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Samina A.
5.0
Samina has watched our daughter since she was 4 months old. She is now turning 2. I was a wreck leaving my baby for the first time but she made it much easier. She is so warm, loving, and soft spoken. My daughter adores her as if she is family and is ecstatic to go see her every day. 100% recommend...
- Ally J.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Amsterdam, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Amsterdam, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Amsterdam, NY, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Amsterdam, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Amsterdam, NY is $20.67 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Amsterdam, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Amsterdam, NY. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Amsterdam, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Amsterdam, NY, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.
What can a therapy dog near me in Amsterdam, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Amsterdam, NY, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.